Internal Medicine Pediatrics Residency Bios

PGY 1

Elise Cheney-Makens, MD

Hometown: Houghton, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to continue serving this wonderful and diverse community, to learn from excellent faculty and co-residents, and to be part of a program with such a supportive and caring culture!

Clinical interests: I am interested in palliative care and med/peds primary care. In general, I'm passionate about patient-centered communication, evidence-based medicine, and motivational interviewing/behavior change.

Hobbies: Everything outdoors! Especially running, hiking, biking, skiing, and sailing. I also love knitting, cooking/baking, playing the cello, reading, and watching a good movie or show.

Benjamin Giffen, MD

Hometown: Monroe, OH

Medical school: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? During my away rotation, I appreciated the community-like atmosphere while being an academic medical center. I am excited about the catchment area of Helen DeVos Children's Hospital which provides excellent pediatric training with diverse pathology. I also experienced the high acuity of Corewell Health Butterworth hospital, so I know this program will make me a well-rounded Internist and Pediatrician! In addition, my wife is from Grand Rapids and we are looking forward to enjoying the beautiful seasons, lakeshore, and outdoor adventures West Michigan has to offer with family and friends!

Clinical interests: I am interested in dual hospital medicine, critical care, and transitional primary care for complex pediatric patients. I am also interested rural medicine and/or global health.

Hobbies: I enjoy playing sports such as pickleball, soccer, volleyball and tennis in my free time. My wife and I also enjoy being outside, camping, and hiking, so we are excited to be living in West Michigan to explore new places. We also love being in the kitchen and trying new recipes.

Ryan Nazareno, MD

Hometown: Flat Rock, MI

Medical school: Wayne State University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I'm looking forward to seeing the west side of Michigan and continuing to care for patients in my home state.

Clinical interests: While I haven't entirely narrowed it down, I'm interested in transitions of care. I do think I'll pursue fellowship after residency, and would love to be able to integrate subspecialty transitions of care into my future practice.

Hobbies: I'm an avid rock climber and ultimate frisbee player, and also recently have gotten into pickle ball and golf. Otherwise, I also enjoy board games, creative writing, cooking, and cheering on my Michigan State Spartans (Go Green!) and Detroit Sports teams.

Erica Whittenberger, MD

Hometown: Youngstown, OH

Medical school: Northeast Ohio Medical University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I love that Grand Rapids offers training in a large tertiary/quaternary center for internal medicine and pediatrics. This offers a broad patient population and exposure to a wide variety of conditions, which was my priority. I also loved the program leadership and the residents were super open and friendly!

Clinical interests: I am still deciding on my clinical interests, but I am leaning toward med-peds hospitalist or transitional care for complex medical conditions.

Hobbies: I have a wide range of hobbies depending on my mood! I like to crochet, play with my cats, bake, and (if I have time) binge-watch sitcoms. I also enjoy hiking and dancing!

Elise Cheney-Makens, MD

Hometown: Houghton, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to continue serving this wonderful and diverse community, to learn from excellent faculty and co-residents, and to be part of a program with such a supportive and caring culture!

Clinical interests: I am interested in palliative care and med/peds primary care. In general, I'm passionate about patient-centered communication, evidence-based medicine, and motivational interviewing/behavior change.

Hobbies: Everything outdoors! Especially running, hiking, biking, skiing, and sailing. I also love knitting, cooking/baking, playing the cello, reading, and watching a good movie or show.

Benjamin Giffen, MD

Hometown: Monroe, OH

Medical school: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? During my away rotation, I appreciated the community-like atmosphere while being an academic medical center. I am excited about the catchment area of Helen DeVos Children's Hospital which provides excellent pediatric training with diverse pathology. I also experienced the high acuity of Corewell Health Butterworth hospital, so I know this program will make me a well-rounded Internist and Pediatrician! In addition, my wife is from Grand Rapids and we are looking forward to enjoying the beautiful seasons, lakeshore, and outdoor adventures West Michigan has to offer with family and friends!

Clinical interests: I am interested in dual hospital medicine, critical care, and transitional primary care for complex pediatric patients. I am also interested rural medicine and/or global health.

Hobbies: I enjoy playing sports such as pickleball, soccer, volleyball and tennis in my free time. My wife and I also enjoy being outside, camping, and hiking, so we are excited to be living in West Michigan to explore new places. We also love being in the kitchen and trying new recipes.

Ryan Nazareno, MD

Hometown: Flat Rock, MI

Medical school: Wayne State University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I'm looking forward to seeing the west side of Michigan and continuing to care for patients in my home state.

Clinical interests: While I haven't entirely narrowed it down, I'm interested in transitions of care. I do think I'll pursue fellowship after residency, and would love to be able to integrate subspecialty transitions of care into my future practice.

Hobbies: I'm an avid rock climber and ultimate frisbee player, and also recently have gotten into pickle ball and golf. Otherwise, I also enjoy board games, creative writing, cooking, and cheering on my Michigan State Spartans (Go Green!) and Detroit Sports teams.

Erica Whittenberger, MD

Hometown: Youngstown, OH

Medical school: Northeast Ohio Medical University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I love that Grand Rapids offers training in a large tertiary/quaternary center for internal medicine and pediatrics. This offers a broad patient population and exposure to a wide variety of conditions, which was my priority. I also loved the program leadership and the residents were super open and friendly!

Clinical interests: I am still deciding on my clinical interests, but I am leaning toward med-peds hospitalist or transitional care for complex medical conditions.

Hobbies: I have a wide range of hobbies depending on my mood! I like to crochet, play with my cats, bake, and (if I have time) binge-watch sitcoms. I also enjoy hiking and dancing!

Elise Cheney-Makens, MD

Hometown: Houghton, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to continue serving this wonderful and diverse community, to learn from excellent faculty and co-residents, and to be part of a program with such a supportive and caring culture!

Clinical interests: I am interested in palliative care and med/peds primary care. In general, I'm passionate about patient-centered communication, evidence-based medicine, and motivational interviewing/behavior change.

Hobbies: Everything outdoors! Especially running, hiking, biking, skiing, and sailing. I also love knitting, cooking/baking, playing the cello, reading, and watching a good movie or show.

Benjamin Giffen, MD

Hometown: Monroe, OH

Medical school: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? During my away rotation, I appreciated the community-like atmosphere while being an academic medical center. I am excited about the catchment area of Helen DeVos Children's Hospital which provides excellent pediatric training with diverse pathology. I also experienced the high acuity of Corewell Health Butterworth hospital, so I know this program will make me a well-rounded Internist and Pediatrician! In addition, my wife is from Grand Rapids and we are looking forward to enjoying the beautiful seasons, lakeshore, and outdoor adventures West Michigan has to offer with family and friends!

Clinical interests: I am interested in dual hospital medicine, critical care, and transitional primary care for complex pediatric patients. I am also interested rural medicine and/or global health.

Hobbies: I enjoy playing sports such as pickleball, soccer, volleyball and tennis in my free time. My wife and I also enjoy being outside, camping, and hiking, so we are excited to be living in West Michigan to explore new places. We also love being in the kitchen and trying new recipes.

Ryan Nazareno, MD

Hometown: Flat Rock, MI

Medical school: Wayne State University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I'm looking forward to seeing the west side of Michigan and continuing to care for patients in my home state.

Clinical interests: While I haven't entirely narrowed it down, I'm interested in transitions of care. I do think I'll pursue fellowship after residency, and would love to be able to integrate subspecialty transitions of care into my future practice.

Hobbies: I'm an avid rock climber and ultimate frisbee player, and also recently have gotten into pickle ball and golf. Otherwise, I also enjoy board games, creative writing, cooking, and cheering on my Michigan State Spartans (Go Green!) and Detroit Sports teams.

Erica Whittenberger, MD

Hometown: Youngstown, OH

Medical school: Northeast Ohio Medical University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I love that Grand Rapids offers training in a large tertiary/quaternary center for internal medicine and pediatrics. This offers a broad patient population and exposure to a wide variety of conditions, which was my priority. I also loved the program leadership and the residents were super open and friendly!

Clinical interests: I am still deciding on my clinical interests, but I am leaning toward med-peds hospitalist or transitional care for complex medical conditions.

Hobbies: I have a wide range of hobbies depending on my mood! I like to crochet, play with my cats, bake, and (if I have time) binge-watch sitcoms. I also enjoy hiking and dancing!

Elise Cheney-Makens, MD

Hometown: Houghton, MI

Medical school: Michigan State University College of Human Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I am excited to continue serving this wonderful and diverse community, to learn from excellent faculty and co-residents, and to be part of a program with such a supportive and caring culture!

Clinical interests: I am interested in palliative care and med/peds primary care. In general, I'm passionate about patient-centered communication, evidence-based medicine, and motivational interviewing/behavior change.

Hobbies: Everything outdoors! Especially running, hiking, biking, skiing, and sailing. I also love knitting, cooking/baking, playing the cello, reading, and watching a good movie or show.

Benjamin Giffen, MD

Hometown: Monroe, OH

Medical school: Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? During my away rotation, I appreciated the community-like atmosphere while being an academic medical center. I am excited about the catchment area of Helen DeVos Children's Hospital which provides excellent pediatric training with diverse pathology. I also experienced the high acuity of Corewell Health Butterworth hospital, so I know this program will make me a well-rounded Internist and Pediatrician! In addition, my wife is from Grand Rapids and we are looking forward to enjoying the beautiful seasons, lakeshore, and outdoor adventures West Michigan has to offer with family and friends!

Clinical interests: I am interested in dual hospital medicine, critical care, and transitional primary care for complex pediatric patients. I am also interested rural medicine and/or global health.

Hobbies: I enjoy playing sports such as pickleball, soccer, volleyball and tennis in my free time. My wife and I also enjoy being outside, camping, and hiking, so we are excited to be living in West Michigan to explore new places. We also love being in the kitchen and trying new recipes.

Ryan Nazareno, MD

Hometown: Flat Rock, MI

Medical school: Wayne State University School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I'm looking forward to seeing the west side of Michigan and continuing to care for patients in my home state.

Clinical interests: While I haven't entirely narrowed it down, I'm interested in transitions of care. I do think I'll pursue fellowship after residency, and would love to be able to integrate subspecialty transitions of care into my future practice.

Hobbies: I'm an avid rock climber and ultimate frisbee player, and also recently have gotten into pickle ball and golf. Otherwise, I also enjoy board games, creative writing, cooking, and cheering on my Michigan State Spartans (Go Green!) and Detroit Sports teams.

Erica Whittenberger, MD

Hometown: Youngstown, OH

Medical school: Northeast Ohio Medical University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I love that Grand Rapids offers training in a large tertiary/quaternary center for internal medicine and pediatrics. This offers a broad patient population and exposure to a wide variety of conditions, which was my priority. I also loved the program leadership and the residents were super open and friendly!

Clinical interests: I am still deciding on my clinical interests, but I am leaning toward med-peds hospitalist or transitional care for complex medical conditions.

Hobbies: I have a wide range of hobbies depending on my mood! I like to crochet, play with my cats, bake, and (if I have time) binge-watch sitcoms. I also enjoy hiking and dancing!

PGY 2

Ciara Brennan, MD

Hometown: West Bloomfield, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? On my interview day, I was struck by how open and friendly everyone was. I am excited to join the supportive environment of Corewell Health in West Michigan.

Clinical interests: I am still exploring different specialties but cardiology has always been at the top of my list.

Hobbies: I enjoy hiking, playing tennis, baking, and spending time with friends and family!

Maxwell Olson, MD

Hometown: Duluth, Minnesota

Medical school: Western Michigan Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I've enjoyed my time in West Michigan during medical school and look forward to being in the same area for residency. I am also excited to train at Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Helen DeVos Children's Hospital and Butterworth Hospital as large care centers that serve the majority of West Michigan. Finally, the program leadership and co-residents foster an incredibly supportive environment.

Clinical interests: I currently plan on practicing as a dual hospitalist at a mid-sized hospital, but I am also excited to explore other areas! My main clinical interests include hospital medicine, procedures and ultrasound, and pediatric critical care.

Hobbies: Anything to be outdoors! I love to cross-country ski in the winter, run in the summer, and garden in the spring. I also try to go camping or hiking, especially in the Boundary Waters or UP, at least once every year.

Ciara Brennan, MD

Hometown: West Bloomfield, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? On my interview day, I was struck by how open and friendly everyone was. I am excited to join the supportive environment of Corewell Health in West Michigan.

Clinical interests: I am still exploring different specialties but cardiology has always been at the top of my list.

Hobbies: I enjoy hiking, playing tennis, baking, and spending time with friends and family!

Maxwell Olson, MD

Hometown: Duluth, Minnesota

Medical school: Western Michigan Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I've enjoyed my time in West Michigan during medical school and look forward to being in the same area for residency. I am also excited to train at Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Helen DeVos Children's Hospital and Butterworth Hospital as large care centers that serve the majority of West Michigan. Finally, the program leadership and co-residents foster an incredibly supportive environment.

Clinical interests: I currently plan on practicing as a dual hospitalist at a mid-sized hospital, but I am also excited to explore other areas! My main clinical interests include hospital medicine, procedures and ultrasound, and pediatric critical care.

Hobbies: Anything to be outdoors! I love to cross-country ski in the winter, run in the summer, and garden in the spring. I also try to go camping or hiking, especially in the Boundary Waters or UP, at least once every year.

Ciara Brennan, MD

Hometown: West Bloomfield, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? On my interview day, I was struck by how open and friendly everyone was. I am excited to join the supportive environment of Corewell Health in West Michigan.

Clinical interests: I am still exploring different specialties but cardiology has always been at the top of my list.

Hobbies: I enjoy hiking, playing tennis, baking, and spending time with friends and family!

Maxwell Olson, MD

Hometown: Duluth, Minnesota

Medical school: Western Michigan Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I've enjoyed my time in West Michigan during medical school and look forward to being in the same area for residency. I am also excited to train at Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Helen DeVos Children's Hospital and Butterworth Hospital as large care centers that serve the majority of West Michigan. Finally, the program leadership and co-residents foster an incredibly supportive environment.

Clinical interests: I currently plan on practicing as a dual hospitalist at a mid-sized hospital, but I am also excited to explore other areas! My main clinical interests include hospital medicine, procedures and ultrasound, and pediatric critical care.

Hobbies: Anything to be outdoors! I love to cross-country ski in the winter, run in the summer, and garden in the spring. I also try to go camping or hiking, especially in the Boundary Waters or UP, at least once every year.

Ciara Brennan, MD

Hometown: West Bloomfield, MI

Medical school: Central Michigan University

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? On my interview day, I was struck by how open and friendly everyone was. I am excited to join the supportive environment of Corewell Health in West Michigan.

Clinical interests: I am still exploring different specialties but cardiology has always been at the top of my list.

Hobbies: I enjoy hiking, playing tennis, baking, and spending time with friends and family!

Maxwell Olson, MD

Hometown: Duluth, Minnesota

Medical school: Western Michigan Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health in West Michigan? I've enjoyed my time in West Michigan during medical school and look forward to being in the same area for residency. I am also excited to train at Corewell Health Grand Rapids Hospitals Helen DeVos Children's Hospital and Butterworth Hospital as large care centers that serve the majority of West Michigan. Finally, the program leadership and co-residents foster an incredibly supportive environment.

Clinical interests: I currently plan on practicing as a dual hospitalist at a mid-sized hospital, but I am also excited to explore other areas! My main clinical interests include hospital medicine, procedures and ultrasound, and pediatric critical care.

Hobbies: Anything to be outdoors! I love to cross-country ski in the winter, run in the summer, and garden in the spring. I also try to go camping or hiking, especially in the Boundary Waters or UP, at least once every year.

PGY 3

Mauli M. Patel, MD

Hometown: Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Medical school: Wayne State School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to explore Grand Rapids and get to know the community better!

Clinical interests: I'm interested in adolescent health and would love to integrate my past experience in global health somehow in my career moving forward!

Hobbies: I've taught myself calligraphy and have enjoyed improving my skills in the past couple of years. I also purchased a Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II to capture candids of friends and family!

Bradley Wilson, MD

Hometown: Louisville, KY

Medical School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I am excited to join a program that prioritizes excellence in patient care while retaining a compassionate and caring attitude. The team culture here is one of kindness toward one another, which helps us all feel valued and motivated to work hard for our patients throughout the day. Plus, I'm excited to live in the city of Grand Rapids, which I find just the right size and full of a variety of opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, great restaurants, and a friendly and approachable downtown.

Clinical Interests: I am interested in the full scope of internal medicine and pediatrics practice and have a special interest in caring for childhood cancer survivors of all ages.

Hobbies: I like to rotate frequently through a wide range of activities, which include tennis, disc golf, table tennis, board games, cooking, music, reading, photography, and movies.

Mauli M. Patel, MD

Hometown: Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Medical school: Wayne State School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to explore Grand Rapids and get to know the community better!

Clinical interests: I'm interested in adolescent health and would love to integrate my past experience in global health somehow in my career moving forward!

Hobbies: I've taught myself calligraphy and have enjoyed improving my skills in the past couple of years. I also purchased a Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II to capture candids of friends and family!

Bradley Wilson, MD

Hometown: Louisville, KY

Medical School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I am excited to join a program that prioritizes excellence in patient care while retaining a compassionate and caring attitude. The team culture here is one of kindness toward one another, which helps us all feel valued and motivated to work hard for our patients throughout the day. Plus, I'm excited to live in the city of Grand Rapids, which I find just the right size and full of a variety of opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, great restaurants, and a friendly and approachable downtown.

Clinical Interests: I am interested in the full scope of internal medicine and pediatrics practice and have a special interest in caring for childhood cancer survivors of all ages.

Hobbies: I like to rotate frequently through a wide range of activities, which include tennis, disc golf, table tennis, board games, cooking, music, reading, photography, and movies.

Mauli M. Patel, MD

Hometown: Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Medical school: Wayne State School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to explore Grand Rapids and get to know the community better!

Clinical interests: I'm interested in adolescent health and would love to integrate my past experience in global health somehow in my career moving forward!

Hobbies: I've taught myself calligraphy and have enjoyed improving my skills in the past couple of years. I also purchased a Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II to capture candids of friends and family!

Bradley Wilson, MD

Hometown: Louisville, KY

Medical School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I am excited to join a program that prioritizes excellence in patient care while retaining a compassionate and caring attitude. The team culture here is one of kindness toward one another, which helps us all feel valued and motivated to work hard for our patients throughout the day. Plus, I'm excited to live in the city of Grand Rapids, which I find just the right size and full of a variety of opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, great restaurants, and a friendly and approachable downtown.

Clinical Interests: I am interested in the full scope of internal medicine and pediatrics practice and have a special interest in caring for childhood cancer survivors of all ages.

Hobbies: I like to rotate frequently through a wide range of activities, which include tennis, disc golf, table tennis, board games, cooking, music, reading, photography, and movies.

Mauli M. Patel, MD

Hometown: Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Medical school: Wayne State School of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to explore Grand Rapids and get to know the community better!

Clinical interests: I'm interested in adolescent health and would love to integrate my past experience in global health somehow in my career moving forward!

Hobbies: I've taught myself calligraphy and have enjoyed improving my skills in the past couple of years. I also purchased a Canon PowerShot G7 X Mark II to capture candids of friends and family!

Bradley Wilson, MD

Hometown: Louisville, KY

Medical School: University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

What excites you about your residency/fellowship at Corewell Health? I am excited to join a program that prioritizes excellence in patient care while retaining a compassionate and caring attitude. The team culture here is one of kindness toward one another, which helps us all feel valued and motivated to work hard for our patients throughout the day. Plus, I'm excited to live in the city of Grand Rapids, which I find just the right size and full of a variety of opportunities to enjoy outdoor recreation, great restaurants, and a friendly and approachable downtown.

Clinical Interests: I am interested in the full scope of internal medicine and pediatrics practice and have a special interest in caring for childhood cancer survivors of all ages.

Hobbies: I like to rotate frequently through a wide range of activities, which include tennis, disc golf, table tennis, board games, cooking, music, reading, photography, and movies.

PGY 4

Jackson Mesick, DO

Hometown: Coeymans Hollow, NY

Medical school: Touro University California

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I was really drawn to the great learning opportunities provided, in adult medicine but especially in pediatrics with the free-standing DeVos Children's Hospital functioning as the main pediatric referral center for western Michigan. Also, it feels cliché to say it, but when I did an away rotation here the people were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I concluded that I would get the education of a major teaching hospital, but still with the community/family feel.

What are your clinical interests? I am still deciding, but I'm currently leaning towards becoming either a med-peds hospitalist or subspecializing in critical care or infectious disease (or maybe rheumatology). I like inpatient medicine, teaching, and global health and I hope to incorporate them all into my career.

Hobbies: I am an avid birdwatcher, to the extent that I enter competitions for it! Otherwise, I like being outside, traveling, and reading books, and occasionally I find myself on a soccer field.

Jackson Mesick, DO

Hometown: Coeymans Hollow, NY

Medical school: Touro University California

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I was really drawn to the great learning opportunities provided, in adult medicine but especially in pediatrics with the free-standing DeVos Children's Hospital functioning as the main pediatric referral center for western Michigan. Also, it feels cliché to say it, but when I did an away rotation here the people were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I concluded that I would get the education of a major teaching hospital, but still with the community/family feel.

What are your clinical interests? I am still deciding, but I'm currently leaning towards becoming either a med-peds hospitalist or subspecializing in critical care or infectious disease (or maybe rheumatology). I like inpatient medicine, teaching, and global health and I hope to incorporate them all into my career.

Hobbies: I am an avid birdwatcher, to the extent that I enter competitions for it! Otherwise, I like being outside, traveling, and reading books, and occasionally I find myself on a soccer field.

Jackson Mesick, DO

Hometown: Coeymans Hollow, NY

Medical school: Touro University California

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I was really drawn to the great learning opportunities provided, in adult medicine but especially in pediatrics with the free-standing DeVos Children's Hospital functioning as the main pediatric referral center for western Michigan. Also, it feels cliché to say it, but when I did an away rotation here the people were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I concluded that I would get the education of a major teaching hospital, but still with the community/family feel.

What are your clinical interests? I am still deciding, but I'm currently leaning towards becoming either a med-peds hospitalist or subspecializing in critical care or infectious disease (or maybe rheumatology). I like inpatient medicine, teaching, and global health and I hope to incorporate them all into my career.

Hobbies: I am an avid birdwatcher, to the extent that I enter competitions for it! Otherwise, I like being outside, traveling, and reading books, and occasionally I find myself on a soccer field.

Jackson Mesick, DO

Hometown: Coeymans Hollow, NY

Medical school: Touro University California

Why did you choose Corewell Health for your residency/fellowship? I was really drawn to the great learning opportunities provided, in adult medicine but especially in pediatrics with the free-standing DeVos Children's Hospital functioning as the main pediatric referral center for western Michigan. Also, it feels cliché to say it, but when I did an away rotation here the people were incredibly friendly and welcoming. I concluded that I would get the education of a major teaching hospital, but still with the community/family feel.

What are your clinical interests? I am still deciding, but I'm currently leaning towards becoming either a med-peds hospitalist or subspecializing in critical care or infectious disease (or maybe rheumatology). I like inpatient medicine, teaching, and global health and I hope to incorporate them all into my career.

Hobbies: I am an avid birdwatcher, to the extent that I enter competitions for it! Otherwise, I like being outside, traveling, and reading books, and occasionally I find myself on a soccer field.

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